All classes have chosen a Saint to help guide them in their school life.  We want to celebrate the lives of the Saints and take guidance from how they lived their lives to make Christ known to all.

On, or near to, the Feast day, parents and carers will be invited into school to share in a short prayer and reflection time, to learn about their child's Class Saint with them. A letter will be sent out near to the time. 

Nursery - St Mary

Reception – The Holy Family

The Holy Family is Jesus, Mary and Joseph. They loved and cared for one another and always trusted in God. As Reception's Class Saint, they help us learn how to live with faith and love every day. The Holy Family is a model for all Christian families. They show us how to be kind, helpful and respectful to the people around us. Their example teaches us the importance of looking after one another. Mary, Joseph and Jesus showed great love, patience and kindness in their family life. We can follow their example by being caring friends, listening to others and sharing God's love wherever we go.

The Holy Family is closely linked to the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Solidarity. Solidarity reminds us that we are all part of one human family and that we should care for and support one another. Solidarity grows when we remember that "we belong to each other" and are called to stand alongside our sisters and brothers, especially those who need help. 

Mary, Joseph and Jesus lived in solidarity by supporting one another with love, patience and trust, especially during difficult times. Their example teaches us to be good friends, to include everyone, to help those who are struggling, and to show kindness to all people because we are all God's children.

This links beautifully to Reception, because we can live out solidarity every day by sharing, caring for others, working together and making sure nobody feels left out. By following the example of the Holy Family, we help build a loving and welcoming community.

Year 1 – St Michael the Archangel

Our class saint is St Michael the Archangel. We chose St Michael because he is known as a brave protector who stands up for what is right and helps others. He reminds us to be strong, kind and courageous when we face challenges.

St Michael links closely to our Catholic Social Teaching (CST) values. He inspires us to show human dignity by treating everyone with respect and kindness. He also encourages us to work for the common good, helping others and making our classroom a safe and caring place for everyone. Like St Michael, we try to be peacemakers, stand up for those who need help and follow God's love in all that we do.

Year 1/2 - St Benedict the Moor

St Benedict the Moor was born in Sicily, Italy, over 500 years ago. His parents were African and had been enslaved. Although Benedict experienced unfair treatment because of the colour of his skin, he grew up to be known for his kindness, patience and strong faith in God. He chose a simple life dedicated to prayer and helping others, especially people who were poor, hungry or in need. Benedict became a Franciscan friar and was greatly respected for his wisdom, humility and care for everyone he met.

Our children in Year 1/2 have chosen St Benedict the Moor to guide us throughout the year because his life reminds us to be kind, include others and treat everyone fairly. We will follow his example by looking after one another, sharing, helping people who need us and making sure that nobody feels left out. St Benedict teaches us that our actions, however small, can show God's love to others.

St Benedict the Moor's life links closely to the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Human Dignity. This teaches us that every person is made in the image and likeness of God and is equally precious and important. Throughout the year, we will be inspired by St Benedict to celebrate what makes each of us special, show respect to everyone and stand up for others when something is unfair. By following his example, we hope our children will learn that everyone deserves to be welcomed, valued and loved.

Year 2 – St Anne

St Anne was the mother of Mary and the grandmother of Jesus. She is remembered as a woman of great faith who trusted in God’s plan for her family. Anne and her husband Joachim prayed for a child and were blessed with Mary. Anne taught Mary to love God, to be faithful and to care for others. Through her love, guidance and example, Anne helped Mary to grow into the woman God had chosen her to be. St Anne is remembered as a loving mother and is the patron saint of mothers, grandmothers and families.

Year 2 have chosen St Anne to guide us through this year because she shows us the importance of trusting God’s plan, even when we may not understand it. Her love and care for Mary inspire us to be kind, patient and supportive towards one another. We hope to follow St Anne’s example by caring for our friends, helping others when they need us and making choices that show love and kindness throughout our school community.

St Anne’s life links closely to the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Solidarity, which reminds us that we are all part of God’s family and have a responsibility to care for and support one another. Just as St Anne nurtured Mary with love, faith and guidance, we can nurture those around us by being kind, welcoming and compassionate. Throughout the year, we will remember St Anne’s example and try to make our classroom a place where everyone feels valued, supported and loved.

Year 3 – St Therese of Avila

St Teresa of Avila was a Spanish saint who lived during the 1500s. She is the patron saint of headache sufferers and Catholic writers. From a young age, Teresa had a strong love for God and wanted to dedicate her life to Him, so she became a nun aged 20. She believed that prayer was a way of becoming closer to God and spent much of her life encouraging others to develop their own relationship with Him. Teresa faced many challenges but remained determined and trusted in God. She helped to reform the Carmelite order and founded new communities where people could live simply, pray and serve God. She was also a talented writer and wrote important books about prayer and faith. 

Year 3 have chosen St Teresa because she shows us the importance of courage, perseverance and faith. Her teachings show that prayer is something everyone can use to grow closer to God. She also teaches us that we do not have to give up when something is difficult. Instead, we can try our best to make a difference through our actions. As a class, we can follow St Teresa’s example by supporting one another and putting our faith into practice every day.

St Teresa also connects with the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Human Dignity. She believed that every person has a unique relationship with God and that our lives have meaning and purpose. This encourages us to recognise the worth of everyone around us, regardless of their differences. By including everyone and treating people with kindness and respect, we can help to create a school community where everyone feels accepted and valued.

Year 3/4

Saint Dominic Savio was a kind and faithful boy who lived in Italy during the 1800s. He loved God, helped others, and tried to bring peace when people argued. He worked hard at the school he attended, founded by Father John Bosco, and wanted to become a priest, but on hearing a sermon about sainthood he set his sights much higher. He is quoted as saying, "If I can succeed in saving only a single soul, I can be sure that my own will be saved" which emphasises his concern for the spiritual welfare of others and the importance of being close to God. Although he died when he was only 14 years old, he showed that children can become saints by making good choices and doing ordinary things with great love. He is the patron saint of choir boys, the falsely accused and of juvenile delinquents.

Year 3 & 4 have chosen Saint Dominic Savio to guide us this year because his cheerful kindness, strong faith, and care for others can inspire us to be good friends, learn with enthusiasm, pray faithfully, and make our classroom a happy and peaceful place.

St Dominic’s life also links closely to the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Distributive Justice, which teaches that we should live in a world of fairness and solidarity where everyone should have a fair share in the world’s resources. By caring and praying for those in need, treating everyone equally and doing ordinary things every day with extraordinary love, we can follow St Dominic's example and help build a more caring and inclusive community.

Year 4 – St Joseph the Worker

St Joseph the Worker was the earthly father of Jesus and the husband of Mary. He worked as a carpenter and was known for his hard work, humility, patience and dedication to his family. Joseph cared for and protected Mary and Jesus, always trusting in God and following His guidance. He showed that ordinary work, when done with love and care, can be a way of serving God and others. St Joseph is remembered as a wonderful example of a loving father, a faithful servant and a hardworking man.

Year 4 have chosen St Joseph the Worker to guide us through this year because his hard work, kindness, patience and faith inspire us to always try our best and help others. We hope to follow his example by taking pride in our work, persevering when things are difficult, helping our classmates and showing kindness and respect to everyone in our school community.

St Joseph the Worker's life links closely to the Catholic Social Teaching principle of The Dignity of Work, which teaches us that work is important and that everyone should be valued for the contribution they make. St Joseph worked hard to provide for and care for his family, showing us the importance of responsibility and perseverance. Throughout the year, we will follow his example by working hard, never giving up when things are challenging, supporting one another and taking pride in everything we do.

Year 5 - St Carlo Acutis

This year, we have chosen St Carlo Acutis as our special inspiration. Carlo was born in London in 1991 and grew up in Milan. He was an ordinary young person who enjoyed football, computers, music and spending time with his friends, but he also had a deep love for Jesus and the Eucharist. Carlo used his gifts and talents to share his faith with others, while also showing particular care and concern for those who were less fortunate. He used his knowledge of technology to help others and was known for his kindness and willingness to support those in need.

We have chosen St Carlo because his life provides a wonderful example of the Catholic Social Teaching principle of Solidarity. Solidarity reminds us that we are all part of one human family and that we have a responsibility to care for one another, particularly those who may be vulnerable, overlooked or in need of support. It is about more than simply feeling sorry for others; it calls us to take action, stand alongside others and work together for the common good. This is something that Carlo demonstrated throughout his life through his kindness, compassion and service to others.

Throughout the year, the children will be encouraged to look to St Carlo as an example and use his life to inspire their own words and actions. They will be challenged to notice when others need support, to include those who may feel left out, to show kindness and compassion, and to use their own gifts and talents to make a positive difference. Like Carlo, we want our children to understand that we are stronger when we stand together, and that even the smallest actions can help to build a more loving, caring and just community. Through our focus on Solidarity, St Carlo will remind us that we are all responsible for one another and can each play our part in making a difference.

Year 5/6 - St Oscar Romero

St Oscar Romero was a Catholic bishop from El Salvador who dedicated his life to standing up for the poor and vulnerable. He spoke out against injustice and violence, courageously defending the dignity and rights of people who were being treated unfairly.

Inspired by the teachings of Jesus, Oscar Romero encouraged people to live with love, peace and justice. He remained faithful to God even when his work made him a target for those who opposed his message.

Oscar Romero was killed in 1980 while celebrating Mass. He is remembered as a courageous witness to faith, who showed great love for others and stood up for what was right.

He was canonised as a saint in 2018 and is celebrated by the Church as a model of courage, compassion and Christian discipleship.

Year 6 – St Maximilian Kolbe

St Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Catholic priest and friar who lived from 1894 to 1941. During World War II, he was imprisoned in Auschwitz concentration camp. He is best known for his act of great sacrifice, volunteering to take the place of another prisoner who had been chosen to die. He gave his life so that the other man could live.

Y6 picked Maximilian as their class saint as he showed his compassion as a true Christian and made the ultimate sacrifice – giving up his life for another. We admire his bravery, his devotion to Mary and the fact that he never lost his faith even when faced with death. He was truly selfless. St Maximilian inspires us to look for ways to live out our faith by emulating the life of Jesus, just as he did. He once said: “Let us remember that love lives through sacrifice and is nourished by giving. Without sacrifice, there is no love.” 

St. Maximilian Kolbe demonstrated the Catholic Social Teaching principle of the dignity of the human person through his willingness to value and protect human life, even at the cost of his own. His actions throughout his life, reflected the belief that all people deserve respect, care, and protection regardless of their circumstances. He put the needs and value of another person above his own life, demonstrating that every person is precious and worthy of love and respect.